The case is actively being investigated, the V.I.P.D said. Because the matter was still active, the V.I.P.D. The second St. Thomas homicideoccurred on January 2, the day the female victim who was shot during a robbery on Dec. 4 at the Glitters Store at the Havensight Mall died. To save articles or get newsletters, alerts or recommendations all free. Its mission is to offer solid and in-depth reporting and breaking news coverage on stories affecting the Caribbean, while providing both prerecorded and live video content, including interviews, shows, along with Caribbean carnivals and festivals to its users. By Source staff - March 2, 2023 A man was shot and killed Thursday afternoon on St. Croix, bringing the island's total to two homicides for 2023, the V.I. Mark Johnson; Regular Hours Mon-Fri: 10:00am-4:00pm Extended Hours January-April 8:30am-5:00pm; 239 West 400 North, Lindon UT; 801-785-3161 Department Of, Territory's Tourism Success in Covid Era, Travel Demand for the U.S. Virgin Islands, USVI Positioning Itself as Leading Caribbean, Spirit Will Start Offering Daily Flights, USVI Delegation is First to Woo Danish Travelers, Carnival VI in St. Thomas Gets Proper Kick-Off. CHARLOTTE AMALIE Police yesterday arrested a second man in connection with the Sunday morning shooting death of Marcos Antonio Benjamin Guerrero near Rothschild Francis Market Square. While theappearance of a Russian, BOGOTA, Colombia (AP) The Colombian navy rescued a man from Dominica who says he survived 24 days adrift in the Caribbean on a sailboat by eating ketchup, garlic powder and seasoning, CRUZ BAY Police are investigating after a house-sitter left a residence for nine days only to return to find that the St. John home had been burglarized in their absence, authorities, CRUZ BAY A 78-year-old Wisconsin man with an all USVI name drowned while snorkeling near one of St. Johns most popular beaches on Wednesday morning, authorities said. believes that when the investigation is concluded it will be considered a justified homicide. COPYRIGHT 2014-2021 VI Consortium. Panama clues hit dead end: Money routing probe against firms shut TNN / Mar 01, 2018, 09:14 (IST) Sorry, No comment are found for this news. On Sunday Jan. 29, 31-year-old Chandler Heathwas shot deadin Bolongo, St. Thomas, then on Monday, Feb. 13,27-year-oldAjaye Thompson was shot to death inthe area of Lovenlund, St. Thomas at about 8:32 p.m. On February 20, two men were pronounced dead and another was hospitalized after a shooting in Norre Gade, St. Thomas, near the Lutheran Church. is hosting a press briefing at noon today to address the public. The beach is accessed through the first left entrance after passing the Cheeseburgers in Paradise Restaurant heading east on the main road. Its mission is to offer solid and in-depth reporting and breaking news coverage on stories affecting the Caribbean, while providing both prerecorded and live video content, including interviews, shows, along with Caribbean carnivals and festivals to its users. Man Who Confessed to Shooting Death of Keith Jennings Appears Janeka Simon | February 28, 2023 5 . News from BVI. 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Its mission is to offer solid and in-depth reporting and breaking news coverage on stories affecting the Caribbean, while providing both prerecorded and live video content, including interviews, shows, along with Caribbean carnivals and festivals to its users. All Rights Reserved. She was surrounded by her loving family and compassionate staff at Bridges Assisted Living . By ERNICE GILBERT/ V.I. is hosting a press briefing at noon today to address the shooting incidents, according to Mr. Derima. ST. CROIX The man identified as 52-year-old Arnold Jarviswho was shot and killed just before noon Fridaywhile in his vehicle at Green Cay Beach on St. Croix, was the same individual that was being shot at on Jan. 27when a stray bullet struck a female victim in Peter's Rest on January 27, two law enforcement officers with intimate knowledge of the matter have confirmed to the Consortium. Latest e-Edition The Virgin Islands Daily News Your E-edition is ready For the Record Police make quick arrest in Nadir stabbing Police: Robbery victim shot assailant with his own gun. Because the matter was still active, the V.I.P.D. The deceased was carried out by the Medical Examiner's Office. 'You Have, Woman Who Tried to Take Daughter Away From Scheduled Visitation at AgriFest Charged With Contempt of, Man Facing 20 Years After Coast Guard Interdicts Vessel With Over 550 Kilos of Cocaine, Man Gets 12.5 Years in Federal Prison for Carjacking Couple, Breaking Into Home at Gunpoint and Assaulting. Its mission is to offer solid and in-depth reporting and breaking news coverage on stories affecting the Caribbean, while providing both prerecorded and live video content, including interviews, shows, along with Caribbean carnivals and festivals to its users. During a Jan. 27 press briefing held by the V.I. The victim was shot multiple times in the upper body while in the driver's side of a gray SUV in bushes near the cul-de-sac at the beach, according to V.I.P.D. Get the latest news straight to your phone with the VI Consortium app. Sorry, No comment are found for this news. The 911 Emergency Call Center said it received notification of the incident when a concerned resident called at about 11:43 a.m. reporting multiple shots fired in the vicinity of the Cheeseburgers in Paradise. Deaths. The investigation into Mr. Jenningss homicide is still active, and police are urging anyone in the community who may have more information about the incident to contact the VIPD (350.774.2211), the Criminal Investigation Units Major Crimes Division (340.642.8449), or Crime Stoppers V.I. According to the VIPD, at about 7:45 p.m. Sunday, the 911 emergency call center was notified of shots fired in Estate Barren Spot. {{current_weather.dt | momentjs( atts.date )}}, Miriam Dalila Ventura Schuster Dies at 71. By VIPD PHOTO BY DANNY DERIMA / CLEAR TOUCH IMAGING. Mr. Martinez said the latter incident is considered a USVI homicide even if the victim died on the U.S. mainland, because the crime that led to her death occurred in the territory. St. Thomas Source | The trusted independent voice of the Virgin Islands community Man Shot and Killed on St. Croix; Suspect Arrested By Source staff - March 2, 2023 A man was shot and killed Thursday afternoon on St. Croix, bringing the island's total to two homicides for 2023, the V.I. Port, In the BVI, Covid-Related Deaths Climb to 37, But Hospitalizations, St. Vincent Prime Minister in Hospital After Being Struck By, Reports | Jamaican Corporal Accused of Infringing on Rights, BVI Hospital Employees Seek Counseling After Witnessing, Internal Audit Department in BVI Says Work is Like, In Trinidad, Mix Reactions as Prime Minister Suggests, Wife of Assassinated Haitian President Speaks Out:. The arrest follows the unsealing of federal documents by The Virgin Islands Consortium that revealed de Jonghs involvement in a deeply weaved government corruption culture that has plagued the territory from one administration to the next, the article on VIConsortium said. when a stray bullet struck a female victim in Peter's Rest on January 27, two law enforcement officers with intimate knowledge of the matter have confirmed to the Consortium. Its mission is to offer solid and in-depth reporting and breaking news coverage on stories affecting the Caribbean, while providing both prerecorded and live video content, including interviews, shows, along with Caribbean carnivals and festivals to its users. Nov. 27, 2021. Posted on December 14, 2022. The star athlete was arre ST. CROIX A woman who took her daughter away from her father during las weekends Agricultural Fair is facing charges for violating a court order. The Consortium will continue to update this story as more information becomes our available. He was 78 years old. The aunt and ST. CROIX A man is before the courts on attempted murder, robbery and weapons charges from an incident dating back to 2021. The V.I.P.D. Harris died on Feb. 10. Edris Victoria Baptiste-Daly died on Feb. 4. By VIPD PHOTO BY DANNY DERIMA / CLEAR TOUCH IMAGING. To save articles or get newsletters, alerts or recommendations all free. The V.I.P.D. Deron Dixon, 35, of Estate Little Princess, was identified today by police as the shooting victim, the Virgin Islands Police Department said. Police Commissioner Ray Martinez declined to comment on the matter, but he confirmed to the Consortium Saturday morning that Schjang and Jarvis were acquainted, though he did not elaborate on the extent of their relationship. Posted on January 17, 2023. Get the latest news straight to your phone with the VI Consortium app. A Connecticut man was shot to death in the Bronx on Sunday, police said. Paul Feuerzeig, whose life served as an inspiration to his family, friends and clients, died Dec. 31, 2022, in Atlanta, GA, of metastatic lung cancer. Officers then descended on the location, and upon investigation learned that the shooting occurred at the beach area. of Tourism Brings a Taste of Carnival to One of America's Largest Festivals in Well-Executed Marketing Strategy, Dowe at it Again: VIPA Cuts Ribbon on Gordon A. 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Mr. Dowe Noted That Over 60 Industry Professionals Took Part In That Event, And He Also Apprised The Board Of The Multitude Of Appearances He Had Made On Local Media Platforms, Educating The Public, Notice Inviting E-Proposals for Security Services for V.I. Its mission is to offer solid and in-depth reporting and breaking news coverage on stories affecting the Caribbean, while providing both prerecorded and live video content, including interviews, shows, along with Caribbean carnivals and festivals to its users. CHARLOTTE AMALIE The Department of Human Services (DHS) today announced that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Food and Nutrition Services (FNS) has approved the Virgin Islands School Year 2021-2022 Pandemic Electronic Benefit Transfer (P-EBT) Territorial Plan for School Children. The University of the Virgin Islands announced Monday that . A examination by emergency medical technicians found no vital signs, and the victim was pronounced dead on the scene. Photo: virginislandsdailynews.com, Former Governor of the USVI Mr John P. de Jongh (leaning forward) during VI/USVI Friendship Day celebrations on Virgin Gorda on June 29, 2013. By Judi Shimel - February 27, 2023. Contractor Re-Arrested On Fraud Charges After Bilking 5 People Out of $238,262. The trusted independent voice of the Virgin Islands community St. Thomas Source Independent and Trusted since 1999. Dept. your username. Tonight's homicides brought to eighteen the USVI's total for 2021: Fifteen on St. Croix, two in St. Thomas and one on St. John. Waste Management Authority issued a notice over the weekend informing residents. The V.I.P.D. By Source staff - February 25, 2023. gers board regular meeting friday, january 20, 2023 the regular meeting of the gers board of trustees will be streamed live on youtube at: gers of the virgin islands on thursday, january 26th at 9:30 a.m. gers retirees must complete irs form w-4p wednesday, january 18, 2023 This is a developing story, check back for updates. Police reports indicate that a St. John woman reported to the Leander Jurgen Command police station on the evening of January 23 to report that she had been sexually assaulted.She said that she had been bar-hopping the previous Thursday before being escorted to her home in Grunwald by two friends, one male. Port Authority Board Of Governors Met For Their Regular Monthly Meeting Earlier This Week, Receiving Updates On Ongoing Work And Discussing Other Matters Of Import To Vipa And The Territory. In St. Thomas, an incident that occurred on January 19, where a police officer shot and killed a man, On St. Croix, the first incident took place on Jan. 17 where, two 17-year-old minors were shot to death, The V.I.P.D. He was 81 years old. The family announces the passing of Norman Calvin Brown, known to most as Charlie Brown, of Estate Bovoni. When the Consortium arrived on the scene, two ambulances were on location, and V.I.P.D. Search Home Community Deaths. Get the latest news straight to your phone with the VI Consortium app. The Puerto Ricancrested anole, a, WASHINGTON (AP) A Russian spy ship has been patrolling off the coast of Hawaii but so far has remained in international waters, the Pentagon said Thursday. Board of Elections finalized its choice for leadership in the current term. your password . She was surrounded by her loving family and compassionate staff at Bridges Assisted Living and Rivers of Care. Posted on January 19, 2023 by John McCarthy. Following the arraignment at the District Court this morning, a subsequent call was placed to Ms. Jones yielding no results, the article stated. is hosting a press briefing at noon today to address the shooting incidents, according to Mr. Derima. A few days after celebrating the 60th year of free elections in the Virgin Islands, the V.I. As a result of the overnight shootings, the V.I.P.D. Police then arrested 50-year-old Richardson Dangleben Jr. and charged him with first-degree murder. Pleasant died on Feb. 15. The second St. Thomas homicide occurred on January 2, the day the female victim who was shot during a robbery on Dec. 4 at the Glitters Store at the Havensight Mall died. special investigators, including Crime Scene Investigation (CSI) personnel, were there as well. The deceased victim was identified as 52-year-old Arnold Jarvis. Barstow police officers arrested 32-year-old Tyley Smith on Monday after receiving a tip from federal authorities that he was likely in the city. Licensed Gun Owner Charged With Murder. The trial of a British Virgin Islands man caught by a Customs patrol officer after a high-speed chase in Coral Bay, St. John, yielded two guilty verdicts. The St. Thomas shootings carried the territory's total for 2021 to twenty-five, with nineteen on St. Croix, five on St. Thomas and one on St. John. Police Department reported. Luis Perez, a 23-year-old resident of Castle Burke on St. Croix, died of gunshot wounds in Estate Barren Spot on St. Croix. February 24th, 2023 A year later, no one charged for murdering Le' Shaughn A. Smith ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Today, February 24, 2023, marks the first anniversary of the murder of Le' Shaughn A. Smith who was killed in a drive-by shooting in the vicinity of The Boys Service Station in Huntums Ghut, Tortola. Photo: VINO/File. The Return, Miss World USVI is Said to Have Stunned World-Wide, No Carnival in St. Thomas Next Year, Governor, VI Consortium Announces 'Quarantine Jouvert',, Steel Pulse, Chronixx, Morgan Heritage, and Third, Jamaican Reggae Artist Jah Cure Sentenced to, Chronixx, Tarrus Riley Concert in St. Thomas. CHARLOTTE AMALIE Police have arrested a suspect in the Market Square shooting death of a Dominican Republic native, authorities said. According to The Consortiums source, the arrest appears to be a joint effort between the feds and the local government. Sandra Julia Lashley, also known as Sandy or Sanz, died on Feb. 1. "Dixon reported to police that as he left his residence headed to work at approximately 5 a.m. on April 1, he heard gunfire and realized he had been injured," VIPD spokesman Toby Derima said. According to the article, the former governor was picked up at 6:00 a.m. this morning by officials of the United States Department of Justice, according to federal sources. COPYRIGHT 2014-2021 VI Consortium. The Virgin Islands Consortium was founded in 2014 by Ernice Gilbert and covers U.S. Virgin Islands and Caribbean news, politics, opinion, business, entertainment, culture and much more. The St. Thomas shootings carried the territory's total for 2021 to twenty-five, with nineteen on St. Croix, five on St. Thomas and one on St. John. Anna Julia Morales has died. The third occurred in Sunny Isle, St. Croix, where ahail of gunfire resulted in the death of 20-year-old Andy Christianof Estate Whim. COPYRIGHT 2014-2021 VI Consortium. The family of Donald Conrad Francois is saddened to announce his passing on Feb. 10. Upon their arrival, one victim was found lying lifeless on the ground, and it was determined that he had no vital signs. The first incident occurred at Coki Point Friday afternoon and left one man critically injured after sustaining multiple gunshot wounds. VI News Staff 0 viconsortium 1 year ago Bryan Walks Back Sept. 9 Implementation of Mandatory Covid-19 Test for. The Virgin Islands Consortium was founded in 2014 by Ernice Gilbert and covers U.S. Virgin Islands and Caribbean news, politics . The victim has been identified by next of kin as Arnold Jarvis, age 52. He was transported to the Schneider Regional Medical Center via ambulance for treatment, where he was listed in serious condition. Aneudy Guerero, 22, of St. The Consortium contacted Government House Communications Director Kimberly Jones for more information just after 7:00 a.m. this morning, however she said she didnt know of any such arrest. ST. THOMAS Three separate shooting incidents in St. Thomas Friday left three men dead and four injured, V.I.P.D. VI CONSORTIUM ST. Director of Communications Glen Dratte. All Rights Reserved. In St. Thomas, an incident that occurred on January 19where a police officer shot and killed a manis considered a homicide, though according to Police Commissioner Ray Martinez the V.I.P.D. is asking anyone with information about this incident to send an anonymous tip to Crime Stoppers USVI. spokesman Toby Derima has confirmed. She was 57 years old. Vipa Executive Director Carlton Dowe Spoke About The 3p Airports Industry Forum Held To Begin The Detailed Selection Process That Will Ultimately Lead To Vipas Selection Of A Private-sector Partner To Modernize And Operate The U.s.v.is Two Airports. Scene of Estate Whim shooting on St. Croix on Sat. Around 2:00 a.m. on Friday, January 20, she awoke to find that her male friend was on top of her trying to kiss her. She also reported feeling pain in her private areas, and struggled to get the man off of her. The last shooting incident, which occurred Saturday, April 10 on St .Croix. The V.I.P.D. Details pertaining to the arrest remain scant, but The Consortium is correctly working its sources. more | Crime, News, St. Thomas | 6 Comments January 10th, 2023 To save articles or get newsletters, alerts or recommendations all free. The Virgin Islands Consortium was founded in 2014 by Ernice Gilbert and covers U.S. Virgin Islands and Caribbean news, politics, opinion, business, entertainment, culture and much more. The last homicide occurred on St. Croix. CHARLOTTE AMALIE, St Thomas, USIV - A Tortola man has pleaded guilty to bringing an illegal alien to the United States Virgin Islands (USVI) for private financial gain, U.S. Attorney Delia L. Smith announced Friday, February 24, 2023. This decision is free and voluntary. Winston Rudolph Kelly Sr. died on Feb. 11 in Florida. CHARLOTTE AMALIE Police yesterday arrested a second man in connection with the Sunday morning shooting death of Marcos Antonio Benjamin Guerrero near Rothschild Francis "Market" Square. The V.I. is asking anyone with information about this incident to send an anonymous tip to Crime Stoppers USVI. The 911 Emergency Call Center said it received notification of the incident when a concerned resident called at about 11:43 a.m. reporting multiple shots fired in the vicinity of the Cheeseburgers in Paradise. Its mission is to offer solid and in-depth reporting and breaking news coverage on stories affecting the Caribbean, while providing both prerecorded and live video content, including interviews, shows, along with Caribbean carnivals and festivals to its users. 2012 Advance Marketing & Professional Services, VIConsortium reports arrest of former USVI Governor John P. de Jongh, Road Town Weather Forecast, British Virgin Islands. By V.I. To save articles or get newsletters, alerts or recommendations all free. At about 9:25 p.m., reports of gunfire in La Reine near a facility across from McDonald's prompted 911 to dispatch officers to the location. The first incident, which occurred in the Aureo Diaz Heights housing community located north of the Superior Court and on the same stretch as the new soccer stadium, left four victims injured and two dead. Explore virgin islands consortium profile at Times of India for photos, videos and latest news of virgin islands consortium. Das why them had a problem wide the man who used to be in Immigration here. CONSORTIUM. BREAKING NEWS : The deceased was carried out by the Medical Examiner's Office. Tonight's homicides brought to eighteen the USVI's total for 2021: Fifteen on St. Croix, two in St. Thomas and one on St. John. Mr. Derima said the victims were transported to the Juan F. Luis Hospital for treatment, where two succumbed to their injuries. Territory - 11. Paul Feuerzeig, whose life served as an inspiration to his family, friends and clients, died Dec. 31, 2022, in Atlanta, GA, of metastatic lung cancer. ST. CROIX A man was shot dead just before noon Friday at the Green Cay Beach on St. Croix's east end, the Consortium learned not too long after. officers investigate the scene of a homicide at the Green Cay Beach on St. Croix on Fri., Feb. 4, 2022. Daily News Staff. According to the article, the document also includes revelations about former Governor Charles W. Turnbulls alleged involvement in corruption, who had a bagman during his tenure to collect and dispense monies gained illicitly. . A police officer on special assignment at Ag ST. CROIX United States Attorney for the V.I. However, upon arrival to the scene, officers met two victims, though one died on the scene while the other victim succumbed to his injuries at the Schneider Regional Medical Center, according to Mr. Derima.